Cindy Claes
The power of storytelling through Dance
Dance, Theatre, Improv Comedy and Storytelling – to empower individuals and brands to fulfil their most vibrant potential.
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Book a Dance Storytelling Workshop
A Dance Theatre workshop where intermediate, advanced & professional talents develop both their choreographic and performance skills.
Cindy has coached choreographers and dancers all over the world, helping them to clarify their authentic artistic voice.
Workshops are for dance practionners from all backgrounds: from Dancehall to Hiphop to Afro-beats to Krump to Contemporary dance.
“Cindy’s given me permission to empower myself in ways I didn’t know how, everything she’s taught me I will take on with me through out the rest of my life.” – Ffion
Need a Choreographer?
Cindy is a visionary. She has created socio-political dance theatre work, as well as pieces to support brands to bring their core message to new audiences.
“You have to applaud director and choreographer Cindy Claes for being so daring in her approach to theatre. (…) Claes’ experimentation defines her as an ‘artist’ rather than just a choreographer” –
ToomuchFlavour Online Magazine
“A masterclass in contemporary dance, Voices in the Alleyway shows the struggles of a young pair of basketball-lovers, as they attempt to free themselves from the shackles of oppressive upbringings.” – The London Word
“Cindy Claes is revitalising.” – Isaac Ouro
Awaken Your Creativity Retreat Day
Let’s become creative & fearless in all areas of our lives!
Our Retreat Days are an opportunity for people from all walks of life to enhance their creative approach to life.
From dance, to improv’ comedy, to theatre, to storytelling, to meditation, to creative writing, the retreat day will both trigger our creative potential from all angles, and bring mindfulness to our artistic process.
Are you ready to…
Allow yourself to dream big again?
Develop fearlessness & spontaneity?
Join us now to cultivate a creative approach to life and a solution-orientated mindset.
Open to people from all walks of life.
No previous experience required, only the willingness to take a creative risk or two.
Join our Dancehall Classes in London
Beginners are warmly welcome!
Our dance students are a tribe of Dancehall enthusiasts, coming from all walks of life.
Share social vybz, cultural knowledge and Dancehall grooves.
“Amazing class, so high energy, pumped!!!” – Amelia
“Cindy’s classes totally changed how I felt about my body, in a super positive way. Her energy and her attitude is very empowering. A huge big thank you from the bottom of my heart.”- Claire
Business Coaching for Dancers & Choreographers
For dance artists hungry to take their careers to the next level and want to learn how to apply for fundings.
“I am incredibly grateful for the program. I can’t put it to words. I just got 3 funding applications approved, giving me a budget of 9000 euro to work with on 3 different projects. Today, I also got offered a professionally paid job as a choreographer soon. I was also offered two performances dates and a residency for my own work. During this, a whole panel of judges, programmers, bookers, … will come and watch. I am launched now. You made me so ready and secure, with the whole program, but mostly, your specific coaching. It’s an insane feeling I am having now. Can’t even begin to describe. I couldn’t fully grasp that the effect would happen so soon and so much before and during the program. But really Cindy, thanks for giving me the knowledge, skills and also support to kick me to get me here. It’s the first time ever I feel good about everything, even about things that are going bad. I lost almost all fear. And I never thought this day would ever come, let alone all in the same day. You are really forever the best thing that ever crossed my path. Thanks so much. Really. Don’t know how I ever would be able to give back what you’ve done for me, but I am trying to live up to it.” – Evelyne
“Working with Cindy has been one of the biggest turning points for me as an artist, and one of my biggest inspirations in the dance world. Cindy is truly a unique and special treasure in the dance industry.” – Daniel
“Cindy is an incredible artist and leader with a passion for sharing knowledge. Her fantastic teaching abilities and desire to help build up the dance community have inspired me to pursue my own goals.She is a selfless mentor that I am constantly learning from.” – Elsabet
“Cindy is great and encouraging always! Working with her in the short time has opened my eyes to see things differently from a creative perspective. Allowing myself to be challenged and step out of comfort zones. She is a great mentor and creative artist and I am blessed to have been able to cross paths with her.” – Michael
International Programs
Cindy’s mission is to nurture leaders and build citizens of the world through the arts. Find out more about 1000 Pieces Puzzle, international dance exchanges, and Dance Backpackers’ TV pilot.
With an MA in Sociology in her back pocket, her unstoppable fountain of energy, and her drive to connect artists globally, Cindy has set up unique international dance exchanges, which have been life changing.
Cindy is a lady with ambition. Her latest adventure is the creation of a TV program. You can imagine it to be a little bit of a mix of Bruce Perry’s documentaries, wise talks with Oprah Winfrey, and the generosity of Elen Degeneres.
“In choice there is power. And with power there is responsibility. This quote was in my head all day today! Man, I had the most amazing time and learnt so much, felt so happy to be amongst you all! I’m truly blessed to have shared the experience with you all.” – Tyrone
Notebooks to inspire and to stay on track
“Dance teaches us life lessons which allow us to become a better human being, a more powerful & kind version of ourselves. Dance teaches us skills, wisdom and knowledge we can then apply to all areas of our lives.” – Cindy Claes
This is how these unique powerful Notebooks were born.
Every creative soul has put their ideas out there in the world, and experienced sparkle, rejection, success, failure, and joy. The journey of creativity, to engage in any creative activity, teaches us valuable life lessons. Let’s apply this to all areas of our lives, to feel joyful and empowered in our personal as well as business lives.
Write down your dreams, vision and ideas down with with joy, remind yourself of the most valuable lessons creativity has brought to you AND… step into the shoes of your most powerful inner creative Queen / King.
